The road to Wigan Pier

George Orwell’s son is to star in a new musical inspired by The Road To Wigan Pier, written and performed by the people of Wigan.

https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2018/feb/04/george-orwell-son-star-wigan-pier-musical-richard-blair

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George Orwell - The Road to Wigan Pier

A giant of musical theatre has given his backing to an ambitious new show taking shape in Wigan on the life and work of George Orwell. Sir Tim Rice, who has provided the words for a host of iconic musicals, has sent a message of support for Beyond Wigan Pier which is being put together by Ince musician Alan Gregory and his team. Sir Tim Rice The legendary lyricist received a copy of the show’s love duet Look at Me from Alan and was quick to send praise for it back to Wigan. The endorsement has put a spring in the step of everyone preparing for this spring’s premiere concert performance as Sir Tim’s career work includes the lyrics to Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, The Lion King and Chess.

Read more at: https://www.wigantoday.net/news/theatre-giant-s-praise-for-orwell-musical-1-9018811

@Admin wrote:crowdfunder

I think that song could be a number one.

Mrs Brooker. Tripe shop owner?

Sounds as if Corky might fit the role

'YOU MUST HAVE BEEN BORN IN WIGAN OR LIVE IN WIGAN NOW'


I may just go for it.

You'll have to get to work on your monologue, Corky - Inspiration

@Corky Ringspot wrote:'YOU MUST HAVE BEEN BORN IN WIGAN OR LIVE IN WIGAN NOW'


I may just go for it.

Ha! There'll not be many on that show who were born in Wigan, or live in Wigan now!

To make it easier, they should have said Wigan council!!

T hanks Admin for the inspiration there, are some crackers on that list.

Even owd Eric didn't know where he was! Wigan indeed!!

Crowdfunder is now closed ... and many thanks to them ... but don't worry ... more tickets will be available shortly online or at a local outlet ... watch this space ... WE'VE MUCH MORE EXCITING NEWS STILL TO COME!!" Facebook

The remaining tickets go on sale this Sunday:

@Pies_Pirouettes (26 Mar):
You'll need to be hot off the mark on 01/04/2018......they won't last long!!.....

jo anne wrote:The remaining tickets go on sale this Sunday:

@Pies_Pirouettes (26 Mar):
You'll need to be hot off the mark on 01/04/2018......they won't last long!!.....

Are they biodegradable ?

Facebook (25th Mar):


The remaining tickets should go on sale on 1st April ... via "The Edge's" Box Office account (more details to follow). There are only 59 VIP tickets (£75) and 246 (£15) standard tickets left. Once we announce some "surprise" guest narrators, they won't last long ... so keep your eyes peeled for further announcements ...


My eyes are peeled!

The Orwell Society

Reporting Beyond Wigan Pier


https://orwellsocietyblog.wordpress.com/2018/05/06/reporting-beyond-wigan-pier/

We went down to trencherfield mill yesterday
saw the cast and managed to get a t shirt
each , not many left everyone seemed to be
wearing them , was a good day out , chonkinfettle
performing , some old Wigan footage being shown
Kids rides , vintage cars and stalls

What's the definition of a Wiganer to be able to get involved in this ?

"You must live in Wigan now, or been born in Wigan"The  show was on the 27th April.J59

The Orwell Journey, Sun 9th Sep, 1pm - 5pm

Please order your tickets, this promises to be a brilliant Sunday afternoon. Lots of entertainment from poems to songs to videos. £5 includes lunch. Held in the Annex, Wellington St.



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